Plattsburgh Air Wing part of successful border detail

PLATTSBURGH — U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Air and Marine Operations Plattsburgh Air Unit recently worked with federal, state, and local par...

August 11, 2023
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PLATTSBURGH — U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Air and Marine Operations Plattsburgh Air Unit recently worked with federal, state, and local partners during Operation Jagdakommando in response to unprecedented illicit cross-border activity. During the operation, Plattsburgh Air Unit crews contributed to the apprehension of 124 individuals between April 4 and May 13. Aircrews contributed to the apprehension of 212 individuals in Fiscal Year 2023 through 3rd quarter, marking a significant increase in migrant apprehensions, a news release said.

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